As part of Module 1 begin the first part of the research project, which should be entitled “Part 1: Purpose
of the Research Project.” This Part begins with three components, which should be entitled, “Description
of the Community,” “Work Setting,” and “Role.” The description of the community should provide the
location’s demographic information with references. Include factors that relate to the problem. It should
not name a community but should indicate its location, for example, “an inner-city neighborhood in a New
England state” or “a rural county in a Southeastern state.” In the “Work Setting” you will describe the
location, such as a training center, school, department in a college, consulting firm, or other educational or
quasi-educational organization. Again, do not name the facility. Refer to it as “the school,” “the
organization,” or some other generic term that you deem appropriate. Describe any factors that make this
setting unique.
Be sure to discuss factors relevant to the problem. Do not cite any sources that would reveal the
identity of participants in this research project. In the “Role” clarify exactly what you do at this site-
actually or hypothetically. In other words how is it that a researcher would be able to positively impact the
situation that you identify? Be sure to apply guidelines formulated by the American Psychological
Association (APA) regarding citations in text, reference list entries, and writing style.